Historical Events
Intolerance
"Intolerance", silent film directed by D. W. Griffith, starring Vera Lewis and Ralph Lewis, is released
US Men's Tennis Open
US National Championship Men's Tennis: R. Norris Williams beats Bill Johnston 4-6, 6-4, 0-6, 6-2, 6-4 for his 2nd and final US singles crown
Famous Birthdays
- Frank Shuster, Canadian comedian (Wayne and Shuster), born in Toronto, Ontario (d. 2002)
- Frank Yerby, American novelist (The Foxes of Harrow), born in Augusta, Georgia (d. 1991)
1916 Highlights
About September 5, 1916
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 107 years, 6 months and 23 days
Leap Year: Yes
Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Dragon
Star Sign: Virgo